1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1988 Alpine V6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 265 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Challenger (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | V6 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
